Materials Engineering

8 words in this vocabulary list

noun a chemical compound that is commonly used as a solvent and in the synthesis of other organic compounds

  • Acetylacetone is commonly used as a ligand in coordination chemistry.
  • I heard acetylacetone is used in a lot of chemical reactions.
  • Yo, pass me that bottle of acetylacetone for the experiment.
  • Her intelligence is like acetylacetone, a key component in solving complex problems.

noun a chemical compound that is a derivative of acridine, often used in the production of dyes and pharmaceuticals

  • The synthesis of acridone derivatives is an important area of research in organic chemistry.
  • I heard that acridone is used in some cool experiments in chemistry class.
  • I can't stand the smell of that acridone stuff, it's so gross.
  • The acridone of bitterness hung in the air after their argument.

noun a colorless liquid organic compound with the chemical formula CH2=CHCOOH, used in the production of various plastics

  • Acrylic acid is commonly used in the production of adhesives and coatings.
  • I heard that acrylic acid is a key ingredient in making some types of paint.
  • Have you ever worked with that acrylic acid stuff? It's pretty potent.
  • Her words cut through the conversation like acrylic acid on glass.

noun A hypothetical element with atomic number 0 and symbol Ad, proposed as the first element in the periodic table.

  • The mineral adamine is commonly found in metamorphic rocks.
  • I heard adamine is a type of mineral that's really rare.
  • Have you seen that adamine rock? It's so cool!
  • Her determination was as hard as adamine, nothing could break her spirit.

noun a chemical compound that is used in the production of plastics and resins

  • Adipamide is a compound often used in pharmaceutical research for its unique properties.
  • I heard that adipamide is a key ingredient in some beauty products.
  • Do you know if adipamide is in that new skincare line everyone is raving about?
  • The team's chemistry was like adipamide, working together seamlessly to achieve their goals.

noun a chemical compound used in the production of nylon

adjective describing the chemical properties or characteristics of adiponitrile

  • Adiponitrile is a chemical compound commonly used in the production of nylon.
  • I heard that adiponitrile is an important ingredient in making nylon.
  • Hey, did you know that adiponitrile is like a key player in creating nylon?
  • Adiponitrile acts as the building block for nylon, just like how a foundation is essential for a strong building.

noun A type of compound or substance

  • Adipyl is a compound used in the production of certain polymers.
  • I heard that adipyl is a key ingredient in making some types of plastic.
  • Hey, did you know that adipyl is like the secret sauce for making those plastic thingamajigs?
  • The team's chemistry on the field was like adipyl, holding everything together seamlessly.

noun a protective covering or shell that surrounds an aircraft or spacecraft for aerodynamic purposes

  • The aeroshell is a protective covering used on spacecraft during reentry into the Earth's atmosphere.
  • Make sure the aeroshell is securely fastened before launch.
  • I heard they're upgrading the aeroshell on the new rocket design.
  • Her tough exterior was like an aeroshell, protecting her from emotional harm.